June 20, 2025– Buc Days 2025 welcomed 83,979 ticketed attendees (4.7% increase from 2024) over 11 days of rodeo action, carnival rides, live music, educational programming, and family-friendly attractions. From long-standing traditions to new experiences, this year’s festival offered something for everyone.
Alongside strong attendance, the Buccaneer Commission will award a record-breaking $361,211 in scholarships, prize money, and support for community programs. To date that brings our total giving to $2.6 million dollars. As Buc Days continues to grow, our core mission remains the same: Promote tradition and community pride in the Coastal Bend by producing exceptional family entertainment that results in educational scholarships and grants.
2025 Impact:
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Port of Corpus Christi Leadership Program Scholarships |
$109,000 |
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Del Mar College Scholarship |
$10,000 |
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Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Scholarship |
$10,000 |
|
Texas A&M University-Kingsville Scholarship |
$10,000 |
|
Military Warrior Support Foundation (car titles for Veterans) |
$40,000 |
|
Bucarader Family Scholarship |
$1,000 |
|
Harbor Playhouse Grant |
$5,000 |
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FIRST in Texas Robotics Prize Money |
$20,000 |
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Food Challenge Prize Money |
$7,500 |
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Food Show Prize Money |
$5,000 |
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4-H Clays Youth Shoot Scholarships/Prize Money |
$35,000 |
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Coastal Bend 4-H Scholarships |
$10,000 |
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Art Museum of South Texas Grant |
$20,000 |
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Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History Grant |
$20,000 |
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Coastal Bend Food Bank Donation |
$14,231 |
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Canstruction Junior Prize Money |
$5,000 |
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Visionarios Prize Money |
$5,000 |
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Public Speaking Prize Money |
$1,500 |
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Nueces County Jr Livestock Show Auction Proceeds |
$32,980 |
|
Total Giving |
$361,211 |
“As we’re wrapping up Buc Days 2025 we’re excited to see our growth curve expand not only through attendance but throughout the community as well. We couldn’t do it without our 100+ corporate partners and 300+ volunteers. Plans are on the way to make Buc Days bigger and better in 2026.” -Johnny Philipello, President/CEO Buccaneer Commission
